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22 Oct 26

Hide + Seek Presents: Music and storytelling in Moorabool

The Darlings Family Trust at Better off Said

Hide + Seek Presents is a series of music, storytelling and literary experiences taking place across the towns of Bacchus Marsh and Blackwood this November.

Featuring acclaimed touring artists alongside local creatives, it is an opportunity for people of all ages to connect, create and be inspired.

Bacchus Marsh is also accessible by V/Line train from Southern Cross Station (with fares half price until the end of the year).

Get out of the city for the day and take a mini creative break in this thriving green belt which is full of great bakeries, country pubs and scenic walks. November is the start of fruit-picking season, so be sure to grab some fresh cherries on the way.


BACCHUS MARSH: Better off Said

Friday 20 November 2026, 7pm - 8.30pm
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Join Emilie Zoey Baker and Marieke Hardy for an evening of storytelling, live music and shared reflections at Bacchus Marsh Public Hall. At this spoken-word art salon writers and guests will explore "The words I wish I'd said," alongside a special Living Eulogy celebrating someone or something still here to be honoured.

This moving and uplifting event features Clare Bowditch, Joelistics, Eloise Grills, Thuy On and The Darlings Family Trust.


BLACKWOOD: Songlines

Sunday 22 November 2026
11am-12pm Yarn and free workshop
2pm - 3.30pm Concert
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Morning yarn and free workshop about collaboration with First Nations artists followed by an afternoon concert at Blackwood Community Hall. Featuring Dungala Baimi, Leo Whyman and Canisha.


Don't forget to check out our guide for things to see and do in the Moorabool region before you set off.

Visitor Information Centres

Ballarat Town Hall
225 Sturt Street
Ballarat VIC 3350

Ballarat Botanical Gardens
401-405 Wendouree Parade
Lake Wendouree VIC 3350

Acknowledgement of Country

Across Victoria’s Midwest, we acknowledge that we travel across the ancient landscapes of many First Peoples communities. These lands have been nurtured and cared for over tens of thousands of years and we respect the work of Traditional Custodians for their ongoing care and protection.

We recognise the past injustices against Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in this country. As our knowledge grows, we hope that we can learn from their resilience and creativity that has guided them for over 60,000 years. As we invite people to visit and explore Victoria’s Midwest, we ask that alongside us, you also grow to respect the stories, living culture and connection to Country of the Ancestors and Elders of our First Peoples.


©️ 2026 Visit Ballarat. This initiative is funded by the City of Ballarat and Tourism Midwest Victoria.